We gave DJ Ayres a the new Pioneer DDJ-T1 4-Deck Traktor Controller for a test drive. He is an experienced Traktor Scratch Pro DJ, and normally uses turntables with a Pioneer Mixer, so he was interested in checking out Pioneer's new all in one solution. Instead of coming up with a crazy scratch routine we had him develop a condensed set with the Pioneer DDJ-T1. Most DJs are not doing full sets filled with scratching and crazy effects, instead its about developing a mix. DJ Ayres has been one of the top Djs in the city and is used to playing big parties for large crowds, and his known for his eclectic taste in music which he displays here.

The Pioneer DDJT1 features four decks for control. The extra decks give you the room to add additional tracks to develop the textures of your mix. DJ Ayres uses the extra decks on the DDJ-T1 to add extra drum grooves and effects to his mix.

The great thing about the DDJ-T1 is that it gives you the functionality of a basic CDJ/DJM set-up ready to go out of the box that works with Traktor which is becoming the standard DJ software. It really is plug and play and your ready to go. While nothing will ever get DJ Ayres to trade in his vinyl, he said it would be great for smaller parties, going on the road, and is the best option when bringing the full turntable and vinyl setup is not an option.

Check out the Pioneer DDJ-T1 at proaudiostar:

Check out the Bottom Line in a BK Minute for the Pioneer DDJ-T1:
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Check out a comparison between the Pioneer DDJ-T1 and the DDJ-S1:
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The Pioneer DDJ-T1 four-channel Traktor DJ controller provides comfort and usability for those wanting an introduction to Pioneer gear. Vinyl and CDJ users will feel at home with its unique jogwheel performance, and the simplified four deck control with fader start adds flexibility to mixing. Here we take a look at the DDJ-T1's differentiating features.

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Bundled with TRAKTOR Pioneer DDJ-T1 Edition software, this new controller delivers all of the most popular TRAKTOR features -- without the need to upgrade the software. 4-channel deck control, 6 effects and recording all come as standard, meaning that the DDJ-T1 helps DJs unlock the full potential of the software at no extra cost.

The DDJ-T1 combines the familiarity of TRAKTOR with Pioneer operability to deliver high-level performance.

Features include:
- Effect area exactly mirrors the software interface, delivering the same look and feel
- 115mm jog wheel and Needle Search
- Unique laptop integration design places the screen in the DJ's line of sight at all times
- Optimized audio circuitry in the master output area borrowed from our pro-DJ equipment ensures high quality sound
- Plug and Play through USB: all buttons are pre-assigned to the software functions
- Built-in sound card.